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Tramec Sloan is Hiring a Setup Operator - 1st Shift Near Muskegon, MI
Fleet Engineers is a part of the Tramec Holdings family, which has facilities located throughout the United States. Along with competitive pay and a bonus program, we offer medical & RX, dental, vision, life insurance, company matching 401(k), company matching HSA, paid vacations, 10 paid holiday's, EAP, gym credit, $1,000 perfect attendance bonus, $500 referral bonus, company paid uniforms, RX safety glasses program, work boot program, tuition reimbursement, internal training opportunities, pay-on-demand, plus much more!SummaryWe are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Setup Operator to join our manufacturing team. The Setup Operator will be responsible for preparing, adjusting, and maintaining machinery to ensure efficient production runs. The Setup Operator sets up and operates for first piece inspection power hand presses to bend, form, stretch, cut, and straighten metal plates, metal extrusions, formed sheet metal, structural shapes, forgings, and weldments. This role requires a keen eye for detail, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly to minimize downtime.
Requirements:
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Prepare and set up machinery according to specific job orders and production schedules.
- Adjust machine settings to ensure optimal operation and product quality.
- Load raw materials into machines and ensure proper alignment and calibration.
- Operate machinery to produce parts and components according to specifications.
- Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from standards.
- Perform regular quality checks and measurements to ensure products meet specifications.
- Perform routine maintenance on machines to ensure they are in good working condition.
- Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical or operational issues promptly.
- Keep accurate records of maintenance activities and any repairs performed.
- Plans sequence of operations. Measures and sights along workpiece to mark reference lines.
- Selects and positions flat, V-block, radius, or special purpose die sets into ram and bed of machine.
- Aligns and bolts dies to rain and bed of machine.
- Turns handwheel or levers to set depth and pressure of ram stroke.
- Lifts and positions workpiece between dies of machine.
- Starts machine to lower ram which bends or straightens workpiece between dies.
- Repositions workpiece and changes dies when making multiple or successive passes. Hand forms or finishes workpiece.
- Inspects first piece in accordance to blue print with use of various checking equipment such as mics, calipers, height gauges.
- Signs off on first piece as to its readiness for general production.
- Inspects and marks job number on finished workpiece.
- Sets dies to punch and blank heavy metal.
- Inspects and sets all safety devices.
- Records safety, labor, first piece, die, fixture, and material information
- Trains new employees on job, safety, and record keeping requirements.
- Drives fork truck or uses hand truck to remove and deliver dies.
- Cleans dies, work surfaces and areas.
- Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies to ensure a safe working environment.
- Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding production status, issues, and improvements.
- High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification is a plus.
- Proven experience as a Setup Operator or similar role in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents, blueprints, and manuals.
- Proficiency with hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Capable of lifting and moving heavy objects (up to 50 pounds).
- Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
- Ability to work in a noisy and sometimes hot or cold environment.
Job Summary
Full Time
Durable Manufacturing
$39k-49k (estimate)
05/25/2024
07/24/2024
tramecsloan.com
GALION, OH
50 - 100
2013
KEVIN HESSEY
$10M - $50M
Durable Manufacturing
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About Tramec Sloan
TRAMEC SLOAN is an American based manufacturer and supplier of Air and Electric Components to the Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Industry. We are comprised of three former independent companies that together total over 35 years in the Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Industry. The combination of Tramec's and Crawford Machine Incorporated's standard position OEM products added to Sloan Transportation's industry-leading aftermarket position has created a well balanced company that is tested and prepared for the challenges of the Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Industry. Our core belief is manufacturing a...nd providing quality products with great service at an exceptional value for our partners in the Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Industry. Tramec Sloan's facilities in Iola, Kansas; Galion, Ohio and Holland, Michigan consistently provide the best American made products to the customers we serve everyday. We appreciate the partnerships that we've developed over the years with our customers and end users as we strive to provide practical and innovative solutions for our partners in Heavy Duty.
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